Ducks at Kilspindie - Comfortable Lodgings with Great Food East Lothianhttp://www.ducks.co.uk
Tue, 24 Feb 2015 09:52:10 +0000en-UShourly1http://wordpress.org/?v=4.1.1Mothers Day Menuhttp://www.ducks.co.uk/mothers-day-menu-2/
http://www.ducks.co.uk/mothers-day-menu-2/#commentsFri, 20 Feb 2015 10:39:12 +0000http://www.ducks.co.uk/?p=2491‘Spoil Mum this Mother’s Day with a delicious three course lunch at Donald’s Bistro in Aberlady. Thank your Mum for all her hard work—treat her to our exquisitely presented menu. Bookings are filling up fast so click on our Bookatable link to reserve your table.’ Ducks Mother’s Day Menu Every beetle is a gazelle in [...]

‘Spoil Mum this Mother’s Day with a delicious three course lunch at Donald’s Bistro in Aberlady. Thank your Mum for all her hard work—treat her to our exquisitely presented menu.
Bookings are filling up fast so click on our Bookatable link to reserve your table.’

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http://www.ducks.co.uk/ducks-restaurant-information/#commentsWed, 21 Jan 2015 13:48:01 +0000http://www.ducks.co.uk/?p=2387Welcome to David Toward our new Head Chef, David started with us at the beginning of March 14 and has already brought his own style and flair to the menu in both Ducks Restaurant and Donald’s Bistro using simple, local and seasonal produce so readily on hand in East Lothian. David has a Three AA [...]

Welcome to David Toward our new Head Chef, David started with us at the beginning of March 14 and has already brought his own style and flair to the menu in both Ducks Restaurant and Donald’s Bistro using simple, local and seasonal produce so readily on hand in East Lothian. David has a Three AA Rosette back ground and is developing quite a special young team around him.There will be two booking times 6.30pm and 8pm. We will not be turning tables it simply allows the kitchen a little more control. We will be flexible where we can, if you book all twenty covers you can set your own time. Just call us if you have any questions and ask for Ros or Malcolm.

The menu now comprises two starters, two main courses and two desserts. It is a little more limited than in the past but it does allow us to raise the standard of cooking in Ducks. If you really want a steak or something off menu we will see what we can do with prior notice but we do really want to make Ducks an experience. The menu in Donald’s has been lifted quite considerably so do have a look at it, Donald’s is a great relaxed eating experience.

There will be some small dinners over the next few months for you to try combining a glimpse of David’s ideas, cooking skills and the great wines in our cellar. If you would like information on these please email malcolm@ducks.co.uk and you will be sent details as they come available.

Ducks originated in Edinburgh’s New Town, Ducks at Le March Noir, when Malcolm left the Royal Marines after serving for 11 years. After 22 years it was the longest serving Edinburgh Restaurant in the Michelin Guide with a Bib Gourmand and 2 AA Rosettes. Many of our Edinburgh customers now come to Aberlady to dine and our 23 rooms give the option of staying over.

We are happy to provide special room rates for those dining with us, please ask when you book.

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http://www.ducks.co.uk/ducks-wedding-venue-east-lothian/#commentsWed, 15 Oct 2014 11:45:43 +0000http://www.ducks.co.uk/?p=2321Getting married or helping to plan a wedding? Then why not consider Ducks in Aberlady as your wedding venue East Lothian??? We may not be an historic castle but we were built in 1683 and we do treat everyone like royalty! The village hosts one of the region’s most picturesque churches and we also can [...]

Getting married or helping to plan a wedding? Then why not consider Ducks in Aberlady as your wedding venue East Lothian??? We may not be an historic castle but we were built in 1683 and we do treat everyone like royalty! The village hosts one of the region’s most picturesque churches and we also can cater for civil ceremonies within Ducks itself – maybe in our enclosed courtyard? Capacity for our Wedding Breakfast is up to 80 people which can expand to accommodate up to 120 for the evening celebrations.

With twenty three bedrooms, all of which are en-suite, we can host the largest of family gatherings or a vast amount of friends who may have to travel a distance to join in the fun or for those who simply wish to enjoy the celebrations to the full! Our four poster bedroom makes an ideal honeymoon suite for the happy couple. East Lothian’s coastline is one of the country’s finest so, for atmospheric photos nearby, again we are perfect. Aberlady Bay is within a 5 minute walk not to mention our very own Courtyard.

Food is possibly the most obvious reason for choosing Ducks. In many people’s eyes our food quality and friendly service sets us above our rivals. Our head chef will assist in designing a menu which both tantalises the taste buds whilst still working within the budgets you require. We have our very own on site Wedding Co-coordinator who will endeavour to meet your needs and make the planning period and execution a stress free experience as possible……!

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http://www.ducks.co.uk/cocktail-event-new-menu-launch/#commentsTue, 14 Oct 2014 14:23:05 +0000http://www.ducks.co.uk/?p=2316Halloween sees the launch of our new cocktail menu for the winter season. Our mixologist Alan has created some amazing new drinks for you all to sample. New drinks, new styles and all on offer at great prices so why not pop down and see for yourself. Make a night of it and book a [...]

Halloween sees the launch of our new cocktail menu for the winter season. Our mixologist Alan has created some amazing new drinks for you all to sample. New drinks, new styles and all on offer at great prices so why not pop down and see for yourself. Make a night of it and book a table in either Donalds Bistro or our 2AA Rosette Ducks Restaurant, Accommodation and our 8 seater mini bus are also all available so give us a call on 01875 870682

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http://www.ducks.co.uk/cocktail-masterclasses/#commentsTue, 14 Oct 2014 14:16:13 +0000http://www.ducks.co.uk/?p=2313Due to the success of our Cocktail Menu and Events, led by our mixology expert Alan Walker and his team, we are now happy to offer Cocktail Masterclasses at Ducks in Aberlady! These Masterclasses are ideal for Hen Parties, Birthday Celebrations or simply as a night out with a group of friends or colleagues. If [...]

Due to the success of our Cocktail Menu and Events, led by our mixology expert Alan Walker and his team, we are now happy to offer Cocktail Masterclasses at Ducks in Aberlady! These Masterclasses are ideal for Hen Parties, Birthday Celebrations or simply as a night out with a group of friends or colleagues. If you have enjoyed drinking Ducks amazing cocktails why not learn to make them as well?! Our classes range from a basic show and tell format where you watch and learn as the cocktails are made, after which you relax as you enjoy sampling the end results! For those a little braver, you can make your Cocktails under the guidance of our expert and learn about others as you drink your creations! Tempted?? Look at some of our packages below or we can also create your very own bespoke class perhaps based around your favourite tipple of choice! Have a chat with our events team so we can create the perfect event for you.

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http://www.ducks.co.uk/autumn-rugby-tests/#commentsTue, 14 Oct 2014 14:03:08 +0000http://www.ducks.co.uk/?p=2308With November only a few days away sporting focus moves from Golf to Rugby and the start of the autumn tests a great appetiser for the 6 Nations which run February and March. This year we welcome guest Nations New Zealand, Argentina and Tonga with the matches spread all over Scotland why not visit Ducks [...]

With November only a few days away sporting focus moves from Golf to Rugby and the start of the autumn tests a great appetiser for the 6 Nations which run February and March. This year we welcome guest Nations New Zealand, Argentina and Tonga with the matches spread all over Scotland why not visit Ducks in Aberlady and watch all the action on our Giant Screen.

As well as our renowned wine list and collection of malts we have enlarged our Real Ale offering so come along and sample them. Did I forget to mention Alan’s Cocktails too! On the food front our range of traditional favorites are second to none and our Aberlady Burger is the talk of East Lothian with its pulled duck, the ideal finishing touch.

Seafood fans can use this as a great excuse to come along and sample our chowder and and linguini both full of scallops, king prawns and mussels! The chowder is available both as a large and small serving.

Ducks is a great base for the Six Nations with our giant screen for those not venturing to nearby Edinburgh and Murrayfield. Our winter golf is fantastic for those wishing a longer stay or just a round in the morning before the match. We always have interesting visitors and though not yet finalised there may be the opportunity to play and dine with a couple of the games real legends during the six nations: details to follow by the Autumn tests.

So don’t delay and drop us call 01875 870 682or email us info@ducks.co.uk quote ‘rugby tests’ to book a table either in the Bistro or Restaurant.

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http://www.ducks.co.uk/ducks-first-east-lothian-beer-festival/#commentsFri, 10 Oct 2014 18:33:29 +0000http://www.ducks.co.uk/?p=2292Well this weekend saw Ducks host the inaugural East Lothian Beer Festival, thankfully the weather was good to us and brought glorious sunshine, little wind and a large crowd over the three day event. The festival saw many brewers and beers descend on Aberlady much to the delight of the locals and visitors from across [...]

Well this weekend saw Ducks host the inaugural East Lothian Beer Festival, thankfully the weather was good to us and brought glorious sunshine, little wind and a large crowd over the three day event. The festival saw many brewers and beers descend on Aberlady much to the delight of the locals and visitors from across the globe.

Knops Beer Company from Archerfield were our closest exhibitors, and with 4 casks on display they dominated the courtyard bar. The combination of Knops beer and mixologist Alan’s beer cocktails proved to be a massive success, so much so they will be appearing on Alan’s next Cocktail Menu at Ducks at Halloween on the last Friday of October.

Black Metal Brewery from Loanhead won the prestigious Best Beer award for their Blood Revenge dry hopped 6.6%. Rye Stout. Master Brewer Jaan originally hails from Moscow, and has been living in Edinburgh for the last 4 years (a novice kilt wearer much to the amusement of some ladies!). He was delighted with the award and Blood Revenge was certainly the most popular beer according to feedback and sales. Lothian brewers continued to take centre stage with Thistly Cross Whisky Cask Cider just stealing second place from Stewart Brewing also from Loanhead in 3rd with Edinburgh Gold.

Eden Brewery from St Andrews won the fastest selling cask with their Clock Red Ale which flew out the pumps on the Friday evening. Other fast sellers were the retro named Kowabunga from Cromarty Brewing Co, Dark Moor from Kelburn Brewing Co, and a very exciting Wheat Beer from deBrus in Dunfermline, Yes Mallard, made especially for the festival.

Our Bottle bar had a large variety of bottlings from twenty different brewers, however we did have 2 unique offerings; a very exclusive Whisky aged Lager from Tennents and a new pre release sweet honey flavored Blue Moon bottled beer from North America.